CABINET ON STAND Louis XIII, probably Holland or Germany, 17th century

CABINET ON STAND

Louis XIII, probably Holland or Germany, 17th century
Burr walnut, inlaid with fine bone stringing, partly gilt and ebonised. The upper section with a straight cornice rising to a pointed pediment at the centre. The front architecturally articulated with twelve drawers surrounding a pair of doors and set with three pilasters. The inner faces of the doors inlaid with figural scenes, opening to reveal a niche-like interior fitted with mirrors framed by pewter inlays and inlaid with figures of harlequins. Partly removable, revealing four secret drawers. Rich gilt-brass mounts in the form of shells, fleurons, scrolling motifs and a bust of Pallas Athena. 1 key.

The stand with two-drawer, partly shaped apron, raised on eight twisted legs joined by a shaped stretcher shelf and terminating in bun feet. Mounts in the form of cornucopias, bouquets of flowers in vases and shells.
Upper section: 130 × 45 × 100 cm.
Lower section: 140 × 51 × 92.5 cm.
Losses and signs of use, partly somewhat faded.

Provenance:
The Arlette and Antony Embden Collection, France.